# Malroot Security

> Malroot Security has 20+ active installs and 96 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 58/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Malroot Security works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 58/100 on our health check.

**Catches database-resident backdoors, rogue admins, malicious MySQL triggers and self-healing rootkits other scanners miss.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 432
- **Downloads (30 days):** 96 (+17.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 58/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.8
- **Last updated:** Jul 10, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Niraj Pal (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/nirajpal/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/malroot-security/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [backdoor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/backdoor/) | #3 | 7 |
| [firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/firewall/) | #79 | 206 |
| [malware](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/malware/) | #39 | 98 |
| [scanner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/scanner/) | #28 | 69 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,604 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| backdoor | #27 | 104 |
| firewall | >100 | 971 |
| malware | >100 | 421 |
| scanner | >100 | 1,373 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Cleverhog Malware Scanner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cleverhog-malware-scanner/) | 70+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 17, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 2 | [Deep Malware Cleaner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/deep-malware-cleaner/) | 50+ | — | Aug 13, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 4 | [Nova Scan Lite – Malware Scanner, Backdoor & File Integrity](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/novascan-lite/) | <10 | — | Aug 22, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 5 | [SMEPlan Security Shield](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smeplan-security-shield/) | <10 | — | Sep 21, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 6 | [Papy3D Security Guard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/papy3d-security-guard/) | <10 | — | Aug 25, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 7 | [Hanu Malware Guard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hanu-malware-guard/) | <10 | 4.5/5 (2) | Sep 22, 2026 | 70/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Malroot Security free?
Yes. Malroot Security is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Malroot Security safe to use in 2026?
Malroot Security works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 58/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Malroot Security?
Malroot Security is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 432 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 96 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Malroot Security work with WordPress 7.1?
Malroot Security is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Malroot Security need?
Malroot Security requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Malroot Security last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.8, was released on July 10, 2026 (3 months ago).

### Who makes Malroot Security?
Malroot Security is developed and maintained by Niraj Pal.

### What are the best alternatives to Malroot Security?
The most popular alternatives to Malroot Security are Cleverhog Malware Scanner (70+ installs), Deep Malware Cleaner (50+ installs) and Nova Scan Lite (<10 installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/malroot-security/ · Generated 2026-10-03 09:04 UTC by PageForge